Unveiling the best live music hotspots in Adelaide

Adelaide might seem small and quiet to some but I’m about to share with you live music hotspots that make you feel like you could be in any city. Some of Australia’s most talented musicians bring these venues to life every night of the week… Let’s go! 

SORA

Adelaide’s hottest new restaurant/bar, SORA, is showcasing Adelaide’s best talents with live music every Friday night 5.30pm-8.30pm. Between the mouth-watering dumplings and the amazing architecture, the atmosphere is something everyone should experience.

Plain Jane

Whether you’re looking for a casual drink after work, a catch up with friends, or full blown night out where you can dance and let loose, Plain Jane is the place to be! Friday night is where you will find the perfect spot to unwind (or wind up) with live music from 5-9pm!

The Lion Hotel

The Lion Hotel is back with live music! An Adelaide staple that has a history of unforgettable nights for most go getters in Adelaide. This is back! Every weekend you will find a rotation of all sorts of live music. Reggae, Salsa, Rock and more… plus RnB with our RnB Rewind 6 piece band the first Sunday of every month (shameless plug!).

Memphis Slim’s House of Blues

Dive into rock/blues at venues like Memphis Slim’s House of Blues every Thursday night. A whirlwind and experience like no other. Whatever happens happens and this is where the magic is! Hosted by Dusty-Lee Stephensen, you’ll always be in for a good entertaining time.

The Grace Emily

For open mic, you can’t go past Billy Bob’s BBQ and Jam at The Grace Emily, where you can get on stage and perform anything you like with or without the amazing house band to all hours of the morning. Also some of Adelaide’s best original rock, alternative and indie bands play here. Great room, great people with a cool vibe. Also features Django Rowe’s Quartet’s jazz sessions Wednesday night. 

The Gilbert Hotel

Soul, Funk and Jazz lovers can hit up bands like the Air Benders at the Gilbert hotel or Souzi and the Cool Mints at The Gilbert Hotel. Music for everyone and the best buffalo wings you can find in Adelaide!

Conclusion 

In the heart of Adelaide’s quiet atmosphere is a vibrant and diverse music scene waiting to be explored. So, please read this blog and remember that within this small city, you can experience moments bigger than life every night of the week… just got to be game enough to get out there and check it out!